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Master of Sport Management and Leadership Thesis
- Windsor, Canada
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Research-based master's in sport management and leadership with a thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
Career outcomes
- Sports marketing manager
- Sponsorship coordinator
- Athletic director
- Sports event coordinator
- Venue manager
- Sports data analyst
- Brand partnerships manager
- Policy analyst in sport and recreation
Curriculum
- Coursework plus thesis research on leadership
- Organisational effectiveness and sport management topics. Research areas named include sport marketing and sponsorship
- Non-profit community sport
- Sociocultural and historical aspects of sport
- Media and communication
- And strategic management and leadership.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with at least 70% in the final two years (higher for some programmes); extra items per programme such as references
- statements
- GMAT for the MBA. English scores set per programme (IELTS 6.5-7.0
- TOEFL iBT 83-100).
Accepted academic background
Four-year bachelor degree (honours) in the relevant discipline, References (two to three) and transcripts
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 - 7.0
- TOEFL iBT 92 - 100
- PTE Academic 68
- Duolingo 120 - 130 (set per programme)
Documents you’ll need
- Unofficial Postsecondary Academic Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- English Language Proficiency Evidence If Applicable
How to apply
- Check the programme profile for its deadline and extra requirements; international applicants should apply 8-12 months ahead and a 70% admission average is the minimum. Complete the online graduate application (125 CAD) directly or through an authorised agent. Activate your UWin account
- upload unofficial transcripts and have referees complete the online forms; MBA applicants take the GMAT. Show English proof (scores valid two years) or complete ELIP Level III with 75%. If offered
- send official transcripts; most programmes ask for a 4
- 000 CAD deposit within 21 days of acceptance.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $26,097 - $27,567 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $125 CAD |
| Deposit | $4,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Windsor |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Human Kinetics |
| Department | Kinesiology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion) |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
May 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions
Tuition is $26,097 - $27,567 CAD per year. The application fee is $125 CAD. The deposit is $4,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 - 7.0, TOEFL iBT 92 - 100, PTE Academic 68, Duolingo 120 - 130 (set per programme).